Advancing the Next Generation of Finance Leaders
Toigo's programs and services span the full spectrum of a finance career, from outreach to college students as they plan their careers to MBA graduates as they launch their careers and mature as industry leaders. Our origins are in Fellowship, with our services expanding to include Career Management and Leadership/Professional Development services for the growing Toigo network of minority professionals. The Foundation also recognizes the importance of engaging in active dialogue with its industry partners to provide insight, counsel and support toward the mission of inclusion and leadership. Toigo also recognizes its responsibility to help attract more youth to the field-and as part of those efforts has programs that reach college students as they begin to explore career opportunities.
Our Programs
Pre-MBA Program
Toigo recognizes the need to attract more minority talent to the finance sector-and has launched a nationwide effort to educate undergrads about the tremendous opportunities.
Thought Leadership
Part of Toigo's mission is to spark the diversity dialogue in the industry. This includes helping firms anticipate and plan for the next steps in creating an environment of inclusion. Toigo also helps to bring perspectives of minority professionals to the forefront in an effort to identify and help both the industry and individuals overcome obstacles to success.
Key Facts/Success Metrics About the Success of Our Fellows
The impact of Toigo's work and the magnitude of its network are challenging to quantify. Here are some metrics that help tell the story:
- 700+ students or graduates from the nation's top 25 MBA programs
- 95% of Alumni currently work in the finance industry or related finance field
- $25,000 invested in each Fellow by way of merit awards and leadership development, career management and MBA education
- 90% of Toigo Alumni "give back" to the Foundation through financial contributions or volunteer efforts as mentors, coaches and participation in other Toigo activities
- 80% of all funds raised go directly to student and alumni programming
- 50+ Fellows have founded and run their own businesses, including some of the nation's leading asset management firms
